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Nazish Nasim

Islamabad

Summary

Dynamic Inside Solution Architect with a proven track record at Pixel and Hyphen, specializing in network security and risk assessment. Successfully closed multimillion-dollar deals, driving significant revenue growth. Adept at vendor collaboration and technical project management, delivering enterprise-grade security solutions that exceed client expectations.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Inside Solution Architect - Security

Zones, Pakistan
07.2025 - Current
  • Lead the design and delivery of enterprise security solutions using Cisco, Palo Alto, F5, Fortinet, and Sophos.
  • Engage with clients to understand business needs and map them to security architectures.
  • Support sales teams in achieving revenue goals by providing technical expertise.
  • Conduct security assessments, architecture reviews, and proof-of-concept deployments.
  • Collaborate with vendors for solution validation and joint customer presentations.
  • Already closed deals worth more than $50,000 in one week.
  • Handled multimillion-dollar deals with global clients including NASA, Starbucks etc.

Senior Inside Solution Architect - Security

Pixel and Hyphen, USA
01.2021 - 06.2025
  • Served as the primary technical advisor for strategic enterprise accounts.
  • Designed advanced network and security architectures leveraging multi-vendor technologies.
  • Mentored junior architects on security best practices and solution design.
  • Closed multimillion-dollar deals with strategic clients such as McDonald’s, US Air Force, and Apple.
  • Designed and delivered enterprise-grade security architectures using Cisco, Palo Alto, Fortinet, F5, and Sophos for SMB to Fortune 500 clients.
  • Led multimillion-dollar projects and achieved $2.5–$4.5M annual sales targets year on year, securing contracts with McDonald’s, US Air Force, and Apple.
  • Applied the ADIM strategy (Assessment, Design, Implement & Manage) to large-scale security transformations, including firewalls, endpoint protection, and zero trust frameworks.
  • Collaborated on RFQs/RFPs, executive presentations, and vendor partnerships to drive adoption and revenue growth.

Inside Solution Architect Manager - Security

Pixel and Hyphen, USA
03.2017 - 12.2020
  • Managed a team of security solution architects, driving a 25% increase in closed deals.
  • Oversaw enterprise security solution designs, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
  • Conducted quarterly business reviews with key clients to assess satisfaction and future needs.
  • Led vendor engagement with Cisco, Palo Alto, Fortinet, and F5 for joint go-to-market strategies.
  • Oversaw multimillion-dollar contracts with Fortune 500 clients including McDonald’s, US Air Force, and Apple.
  • Lead team of 31 members; 5 Solutions Architects, 20 Account Managers and 6 Licensing Experts.
  • Achieved $3-4.5 Million sales targets year on year.
  • Worked with Account Managers to fulfil RFQs and RFPs.

Inside Solution Architect - Security

5 I.T. Solutions, USA
01.2014 - 02.2017
  • Designed and implemented security solutions using Cisco, Palo Alto, F5, Fortinet, and Sophos technologies.
  • Provided pre-sales support including solution design, proposals, and client presentations.
  • Collaborated with sales teams to identify and pursue new security opportunities.
  • Delivered security workshops and proof-of-concepts for enterprise clients.
  • Delivered multimillion-dollar security projects for global enterprises including McDonald’s, US Air Force, and Apple.

Business Development & Marketing Manager

WebShop Pakistan
08.2012 - 12.2014
  • Led strategic business development initiatives, acquiring 50+ corporate clients.
  • Implemented digital marketing strategies to improve lead generation by 35%.
  • Managed advertising budgets, optimizing spend across channels for maximum ROI.
  • Developed partnerships with vendors to expand product and service offerings.

Sales & Marketing Executive

Askoli Pakistan
02.2010 - 07.2012
  • Managed multiple B2B and B2C sales campaigns, exceeding sales targets by 20% annually.
  • Conducted market research and competitor analysis to identify new business opportunities.
  • Coordinated with cross-functional teams to develop and execute promotional campaigns.
  • Delivered presentations to potential clients, resulting in a 15% increase in client acquisition.

Education

MSc - Finance

SOAS, University of London
London, United Kingdom
12.2017

BBA - Finance

NUST Business School
Islamabad, Pakistan
09.2008

Skills

  • Network security
  • Security architecture
  • Risk assessment
  • Firewall management
  • Zero trust implementation
  • Business development
  • Vendor collaboration
  • Sales enablement
  • Technical presentations
  • Technical project management
  • Software deployment support

Affiliations

  • Communication Head at TechKhwa - an NGO focused on bringing rural communities of Northern Pakistan upto speed in technical education

Accomplishments

  • Awarded Commonwealth Scholarship for Masters at SOAS, University of London 2015-17
  • Awarded semester-wise scholarship at undergraduate level at NUST Pakistan 2004-08

Timeline

Inside Solution Architect - Security

Zones, Pakistan
07.2025 - Current

Senior Inside Solution Architect - Security

Pixel and Hyphen, USA
01.2021 - 06.2025

Inside Solution Architect Manager - Security

Pixel and Hyphen, USA
03.2017 - 12.2020

Inside Solution Architect - Security

5 I.T. Solutions, USA
01.2014 - 02.2017

Business Development & Marketing Manager

WebShop Pakistan
08.2012 - 12.2014

Sales & Marketing Executive

Askoli Pakistan
02.2010 - 07.2012

MSc - Finance

SOAS, University of London

BBA - Finance

NUST Business School

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